Almanzan's hands and feet were tied with cord and her body was badly charred, Officer Jason Zuhlke said at the time. Her identity was confirmed through dental records.

Family members suspected it was Almanzan's body because she had two tattoos that matched those on the victim. A public vigil is scheduled tonight at 7 p.m. near the site where her body was found, according to the Whittier Daily News.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Whittier Police Department at (562) 945-8250.